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Jacqueline Thomsen

Jacqueline Thomsen

Jacqueline Thomsen, based in Washington, is a reporter covering D.C. federal courts and the legal side of politics. Contact her at [email protected] and follow her on Twitter @jacq_thomsen.

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May 05, 2020 | National Law Journal

ABA Says Justin Walker Is 'Well Qualified' for DC Circuit, After Finding Him 'Not Qualified' for District Court

The ABA's standing committee on the federal judiciary said Walker "possesses a keen intellect, and his writing ability is exemplary."

By Jacqueline Thomsen

4 minute read

May 05, 2020 | National Law Journal

Senate Dives Back Into Judicial Nominees During Pandemic With Justin Walker

Senators can attend Walker's hearing virtually or in-person in a larger hearing room than normal in line with new safety guidelines created for the pandemic, a Senate Judiciary Committee aide said.

By Jacqueline Thomsen

8 minute read

May 04, 2020 | National Law Journal

Senate Lawyers Say It Can't Legally Release Personnel Documents About Joe Biden and Tara Reade

The nonpartisan office of Senate lawyers said legal "confidentiality requirements" mean the Senate "has no discretion to disclose any such information" requested by Biden.

By Jacqueline Thomsen

4 minute read

May 01, 2020 | National Law Journal

Commission Pitches DC Solicitor General, Top Wilmer Appellate Attorney for DC Court of Appeals Seats

The D.C. Judicial Nomination Commission is also recommending two DOJ appellate attorneys, a D.C. Superior Court judge and a D.C. administrative law judge for the vacancies.

By Jacqueline Thomsen

4 minute read

May 01, 2020 | Law.com

Trump Watch: No Pandemic Can Stop the Senate From Confirming Trump Judges

The Senate Judiciary Committee is expected to take up the nomination of Judge Justin Walker, who the president has selected for a seat on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit.

By Jacqueline Thomsen

10 minute read

April 30, 2020 | National Law Journal

While 'Praying for a Pardon,' Roger Stone Appeals His Conviction to the DC Circuit

Stone recently hired appellate lawyer Paul Kamenar, who represented his associate Andrew Miller.

By Jacqueline Thomsen

4 minute read

April 29, 2020 | National Law Journal

'Anticipation of a Hostile Overreaction': Judge Strikes Down Blocks on Court Admin Staff's Political Speech

"In this court's view at least, the First Amendment freedoms of fair and dedicated professionals should not be sacrificed at the altar of partisan myopia," Judge Christopher Cooper wrote.

By Jacqueline Thomsen

3 minute read

April 28, 2020 | National Law Journal

Mazars, Impeachment & Mueller: Judges Review House's Year of Trump Legal Fights

Judges on the D.C. Circuit frequently referenced the House's other Trump lawsuits it's filed or been party to as they heard en banc arguments in two House cases.

By Jacqueline Thomsen

7 minute read

April 28, 2020 | National Law Journal

'What Is at Stake': Leaning Toward House, En Banc DC Circuit Feels Weight of Ruling on Lawmakers' Lawsuits

Judges who heard arguments on the House's standing were skeptical of the Justice Department's claims about lawmakers' inability to go to court.

By Jacqueline Thomsen

6 minute read

April 28, 2020 | National Law Journal

Federal Judge Says He Can't Order Immigration Courts to Close Over COVID-19

U.S. District Judge Carl Nichols said none of the detained immigrants named in the suit has "an imminent in-person hearing," and therefore lacks standing.

By Jacqueline Thomsen

5 minute read